Environment

Defra will host a PackUK launch session at Packaging Innovations in February

Administrator launched for packaging EPR scheme

PackUK, a new scheme administrator launched by the government to help businesses reduce packaging usage and promote more sustainable alternatives, was launched yesterday (21 January).

Cubiquity’s overall EcoVadis score increased from 71 to 84 out of 100. Image: Cubiquity

Cubiquity awarded EcoVadis Platinum rating

Cubiquity has been awarded the EcoVadis Platinum Medal, placing the company in the top 1% of businesses globally assessed for sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR).

Sainsbury's trials plastic-free avocado pack

Sainsbury’s is trialling new paper-based packaging for avocados that features a bamboo mesh.

Recycled yoghurt pot substrate hailed as milestone

A subsidiary of Ineos Group has achieved a “perfect circular solution” after producing a recycled polystyrene material suitable for food contact.

The catwalk and decorations were made from off-cuts from FaberExposize's Leeds factory

FaberExposize off-cuts brought to life on catwalk

Set designers for Leeds charity event ‘Fashion Loves Comedy’ have given second life to off-cuts from FaberExposize UK's factory, transforming them into striking catwalk and event decorations for the 5...

To promote the launch of Love Paper Week there will be simple assets and resources

Two Sides to launch new Love Paper Week

Two Sides initiative Love Paper is launching a new week-long event to encourage the industry to collectively champion paper and sustainability to consumers and businesses.

How digital textile printing solutions maximise profitability and flexibility

Balancing profitability with flexibility is one of the most significant challenges in today’s textile printing businesses. Kornit Digital identifies three core hurdles, shares proven transformation...

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PrintVis customers can now "easily calculate carbon emissions on each order"

PrintVis and CarbonQuota reveal strategic partnership

Cloud-based business management platform for the print industry PrintVis has revealed a new strategic partnership with CarbonQuota to integrate automated carbon footprint calculations into its...

Pond (R): The award is testament to the team's dedication

Formara wins sustainability award

Formara Print & Marketing has won a sustainability award from the national Business Awards UK, revealed on 5 December.

Edwards: the grant was a "key driver" behind the decision to start electrifying the van fleet

John E Wright supercharges sustainability strategy with grant

Signage and exhibition printer John E Wright has installed five electric charging points at its Nottingham headquarters, with solar panels due for installation in early 2025.